Hatco SAL-1 Electric Salamander, 21-7/8" x 13-3/4" Cooking Area, Plate Detection, 240V, NEMA 6-30P
Description
An electric salamander that heats only when a plate is under it, to finish, melt, grill and hold.
The Hatco SAL-1 Electric Salamander cooks, grills, reheats and holds food under three independently controlled Instant-On infrared ribbon elements. When a plate or pan touches the plate detection bar, the elements turn on, and they turn off when it is removed, so there is no residual heat in the kitchen. The upper housing moves 4-1/2" up and down, and the HOLD function has eight programmable heat levels. This listing is the 240V version, 4500 watts, with a NEMA 6-30P plug.
Will it fit · Will it hook up
- Outside size
- 22.68" W x 21.66" D x 23.81" H on 4" legs; wall mounting adds 2.01" to depth
- Cooking area
- 21.88" W x 13.77" D
- Power
- 240V, single phase, 4500 W, 18.8 A; NEMA 6-30P plug on a 4 ft. cord, or hardwired at no charge
- Location
- Counter or wall mount; not above grills, fryers or other heat, moisture or grease over 110°F
Do not mount it above a grill, fryer or range: Hatco says heat over 110°F, moisture or grease-laden air can cause malfunction and void the warranty.
Plate detection
A detection bar on the back wall turns the elements on only when a plate or pan is pushed against it, and off when it is removed.
Instant-On elements
Three independently controlled high-powered infrared ribbon elements are ready in about eight seconds, per Hatco.
Adjustable height
The upper housing gives 4-1/2" of vertical movement for thin or tall plates.
Hold function
HOLD has eight programmable heat levels for keeping food hot or reheating it.
Touch controls
A flat touch control panel on stainless steel construction wipes clean.
Counter or wall
Ships with a cooking grate, drip pan, wall mounting hardware and 4" adjustable black plastic legs.
Delivery and setup
- Inspect the carton for damage before you sign, and note any damage on the delivery receipt. Hatco lists an approximate ship weight of 144 lb, so plan two people to lift and mount it.
- Have a 240V single-phase receptacle for a NEMA 6-30P plug ready within reach of the 4 ft. cord, or order the no-charge hardwire option for an electrician to connect.
- For wall mounting, use the included hardware and a wall that can carry the weight. Keep it away from fryers, grills and grease-laden air.
Questions buyers ask
What power does the SAL-1 need?
This listing is the 240V version: single phase, 4500 watts, 18.8 amps, with a NEMA 6-30P plug. Hatco also offers hardwiring instead of the cord and plug at no charge.
How does plate detection work?
The elements turn on only when a plate or pan touches the detection bar at the back, and turn off when it is removed. Hatco says the elements are ready in about eight seconds.
How big is the cooking area?
The cooking area is 21.88" wide by 13.77" deep. The whole unit is 22.68" W x 21.66" D x 23.81" H with 4" legs.
Can it be wall mounted?
Yes. It ships with wall mounting hardware; wall mounting adds 2.01" to the depth. Do not mount it above grills, fryers or other heat sources.
Can it hold food?
Yes. The HOLD function has eight programmable heat levels for holding or reheating food.
What warranty does it have?
Hatco covers it for 18 months from shipment or registration, whichever is later. Improper installation, such as above a fryer, voids the warranty.
Specs
| Manufacturer | Hatco |
|---|---|
| Model Number | SAL-1 |
| Type | Countertop or Wall Mount Electric Salamander |
| Shipping Weight | 144 lb. |
| Width | 22.68 Inches |
| Depth | 21.66 Inches |
| Height | 23.81 Inches |
| Cooking Area | 21.88" W x 13.77" D |
| Vertical Adjustment | 4-1/2" Upper Housing Movement |
| Wall Mount Depth | Wall Mounting Bracket Adds 2.01" to Depth |
| Voltage | 240 Volts |
| Phase | 1 |
| Wattage | 4500 Watts |
| Amps | 18.8 Amps |
| Plug Type | NEMA 6-30P |
| Cord | 4 ft., Back of Unit Bottom Right SideHardwiring Option at No Charge |
| Heating Elements | 3 Independently Controlled Instant-On Infrared Ribbon Elements |
| Hold Function | 8 Programmable Heat Levels |
| Control Type | Flat Touch Control PanelPlate Detection Bar |
| Exterior | Stainless Steel |
| Standard Accessories | Cooking GrateDrip PanWall Mounting Hardware4" Adjustable Black Plastic LegsCord and Plug |
| Factory Options | SAL-HW Hardwiring in Lieu of Cord and Plug4" Adjustable Metal Legs |
| Certifications | UL, NSF, UL EPH Classified ANSI/NSF 4, CSA |
| Country of Origin | Made in USA |
| Warranty | 18-Month Limited Warranty |
| Warranty Terms | Repair or replacement by Hatco or an authorized service agency for 18 months from shipment or from registration, whichever is later24/7 parts and service assistance in the US and Canada |
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